English–Japanese

“possible” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikanō

Example

この計画は可能です。ko no kei kaku wa ka nō de su

This plan is possible.

Illustration for 可能 (possible)

How to say “possible” in Japanese

“Possible” in Japanese is 可能 (kanō).

Shows that circumstances allow something to happen or be done rather than making it impossible.

Full entry for 可能: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 可能

空席があれば、当日の予約も可能です。kū seki ga a re ba tō jitsu no yo yaku mo ka nō de su

If there are seats available, same-day reservations are also possible.

Tips for using 可能

  • The formal expression 可能です (kanō desu) often appears in announcements and business speech, while できる (dekiru) is common in casual conversation.

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